Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 152,892 miles on the clock, averaging 6,262 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for LB03 VLW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 152,892 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,397 |
| Average per year | 6,262 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LB03 VLW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About LB03 VLW
What car is LB03 VLW?
LB03 VLW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LB03 VLW?
The last recorded mileage for LB03 VLW was 152,892 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB03 VLW passed its MOT?
LB03 VLW has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2025.
Is LB03 VLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB03 VLW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LB03 VLW?
LB03 VLW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.